Description

2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethyl Benzoate is a high-purity, multifunctional benzoate ester derivative valued for its excellent solvency and plasticizing properties. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and additive, offering a unique balance of hydrophilicity and lipophilicity due to its oligoethylene glycol chain. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for formulating advanced products requiring controlled solubility and compatibility.

Application

• As a solvent and coupling agent in personal care formulations, including sunscreens, lotions, and color cosmetics.
• As a plasticizer and viscosity modifier for specialty polymers and resins to enhance flexibility and processing.
• As a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of more complex esters, surfactants, and pharmaceutical actives.
• As a penetration enhancer and carrier in topical drug delivery systems and transdermal patches.
• As an additive in inks, coatings, and adhesives to improve film formation and substrate wetting.
• In industrial cleaning formulations and degreasers where solvency for oils and greases is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethyl Benzoate
CAS No.	23022-51-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂O₆
Molecular Weight	298.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Triethylene Glycol Monobenzoate; 2-[2-(2-Benzoyloxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethanol; Benzoic Acid 2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethyl Ester; Ethanol, 2-[2-(2-benzoyloxyethoxy)ethoxy]-; PEG-3 Benzoate; Triglycol Monobenzoate; 2-{2-[2-(Benzoyloxy)ethoxy]ethoxy}ethanol; TEGMB
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Quality Control

Our 2-[2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)Ethoxy]Ethyl Benzoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided to guarantee supply consistency and traceability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.510 - 1.520
Density (20°C)	1.140 - 1.160 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.